Plumber

Plumber is a 3-month (390 hours) CTEVT short-term technical training that prepares skilled, employable plumbers for installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems in buildings.

The Plumber training program develops competency-based practical skills required for residential, commercial, and public building plumbing works. The curriculum prioritizes hands-on performance (80%) over theory (20%), covering pipe fitting, fixture installation, repair and maintenance, safety practices, and basic estimating. Trainees gain real-site exposure through practice on under-construction and existing buildings. Graduates are prepared for domestic employment, self-employment, and overseas labor markets.

Curricular Structure

Salient Features

• Duration: 3 months (390 hours)
• Affiliation: CTEVT, Nepal
• Training Type: Short-term, competency-based
• Curriculum Focus: 80% practical, 20% theory
• Medium of Instruction: Nepali, English, or both
• Group Size: Maximum 30 trainees
• Attendance Requirement: Minimum 90% overall
• Eligibility for NSTB Level-1 skill testing after completion

Admission Process

• Application submission at training institute
• Verification of eligibility criteria
• Entrance examination
• Merit-based selection
• Enrollment and fee payment (if applicable)
• Training commencement

Eligibility

• Minimum qualification: Class 5 pass or equivalent
• Minimum age: 15 years
• Nepali citizen
• Must pass entrance examination

Job Prospects

• Plumber
• Plumbing Technician (Entry Level)
• Maintenance Plumber
• Sanitary Fitting Technician
• Construction Site Plumber
• Building Maintenance Worker
• Self-employed Plumbing Contractor
• Overseas Plumbing Worker

Employment sectors include construction companies, private contractors, housing projects, hotels, hospitals, maintenance firms, and self-run service businesses.